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  • Ralph juthman avatar

    Faith The Greatest Power In The Wprld

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jun 10, 2012
     | 6,990 views

    The greatest power in the world is faith. Biblical faith is not a possession to be hoarded but a walk to be lived out of relationship with God.

    Faith — The Greatest Power In The World Hebrews 11:1-3 INTRODUCTION Politicians run for it. Armies fight for it. Business people try to buy it. Scientists examine it. Hydro companies harness it. Everyone wants it. What is, IT? IT, is Power. I am told that the greatest power in the universe ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Four Qualities Our Heavenly Father Seeks In A Dad

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 17, 2012
     | 12,601 views

    There were particular qualities in Joseph that made him a good dad for Jesus and these qualities are transferrable to all dads.

    MEN BEHAVING GODLY: FOUR QUALITIES OUR HEAVENLY FATHER SEEKS IN A DAD* Matthew 1:18-25 Big idea: There were particular qualities in Joseph that made him a good dad for Jesus and these qualities are transferrable to all dads. INTRO I ran across a small resource this week called “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Psalm 23

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 22, 2012
     | 14,349 views

    In the 23rd Psalm, David describes God’s providential care in providing refreshment, guidance, protection, and abundance, and in so doing provides grounds for confidence in His everlasting kindness.

    Tom Lowe 4-26-11 Psalm 23 Today, we are going to look at one of the most comforting, and definitely one of the most well known psalms in the Bible-the 23rd Psalm. It was written by David, who presents us with the scenes of pastoral life, which he was familiar with, since he wandered the hills ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith That Pleases God Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jun 24, 2012
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     | 10,811 views

    Faith that pleases God, walks with God Faithfully, Lives for God missionally, loves God intimately.

    FAITH: The Greatest Power in The World p.3 Faith that Pleases God Hebrews 11:5-6, Genesis 5:21-24 & Jude 14, 15 INTRODUCTION A Television commercial sometime ago reminded us that "walking makes the good life better. "According to medical authorities, walking is one of the most profitable forms of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Being Gracious People Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 1, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,757 views

    The garments of your new nature in Christ are to be worn in your home and at church... these are garments you wear in public as attituded that translate into action as you interact with others.

    Title: Being Gracious People Text: Colossians 3:12-14 (3:1-15) Thesis: The garments of your new nature in Christ are to be worn in your home, at church and in public… these garments are attitudes that translate into actions as you interact with others. Series Title: Living with others at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Recording His Vision

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jul 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,784 views

    A Message on Tithing I dreamed that I was observing and then I was reading the message Bible. I was reading in Malachi about tithing. I was then examining between the testaments. I was comparing it to my Message Bible. I knew that it was the same.

    Recording His Vision Haggai 1:1-7 1 In the second year of Darius the king, in the sixth month, in the first day of the month, came the word of the LORD by Haggai the prophet unto Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Josedech, the high priest, saying, 2 Thus ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Wonderful Counselor

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on May 14, 2008
     | 4,207 views

    The prophecy of Isaiah...

    Wonderful Counselor Beartown Road Alliance Church December 2nd, 2007 As I was sitting in my office this week and beginning to prepare for this message, I kept coming back to one thought; it can’t possibly be December already. Why is it that when you are a kid, Christmas always seems like it’s so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Question From A Lawyer

    Contributed by James May on May 14, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,505 views

    This sermon parallels the acts of the Good Samaritan to the provisions of Jesus Christ for the sin-sick soul, and then puts each us into that same position as well.

    A Question from a Lawyer By Pastor Jim May Don’t you just love to deal with lawyers? They are just fun people to be around. No – not really! Many of our experiences with lawyers have been, how shall I say it: Less than positive. I rank them right up there with going to the dentist. Now I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Ministry Of Motherhood

    Contributed by Ben Mandrell on May 15, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 33,460 views

    The importance of mothers passing on a love for the Scriptures is still important for moms today.

    The Ministry of Motherhood 2 Timothy 1:5 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday morning, May 11, 2008 Our purpose today is two-fold. First and foremost, to honor the Lord Jesus with everything we say and do. Second, to honor our mothers. It’s Mother’s Day and I want to begin today by recommending a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jonah Pouts - God Teaches Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on May 16, 2008
     | 5,621 views

    Because of Jonah’s rebellion and disobedience to God’s will, Jonah couldn’t see what God was asking him to see. Are you looking for what God wants you to look for or is your vision blurred by selfish disobedience?

    (adapted from a message by Stuart Jones) TEXT: JONAH 4:1-11 TITLE: “JONAH POUTS – GOD TEACHES” OPEN: A. A five-year-old boy was having a difficult time being good. He didn’t want to do anything his mother asked him to do, he was defiant toward her authority, and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Men & Women - Equal But Different? Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 19, 2008
    based on 57 ratings
     | 28,243 views

    Are their differences between men and women and do those differences matter in the church

    Men and women – Equal but Different? Slide We live in an age where merely recognizing differences in people can sometimes be interpreted as discrimination. Since the 1960’s it has been unlawful in the workplace to discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Can

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,214 views

    I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me

    Php 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. Php 4:5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Php 4:6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Php 4:11 Not that I speak ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sin And The Christian Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 30, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,994 views

    In this text we notice that even Christians still struggle with sin.

    Scripture Billy Sunday was a well-known evangelist at the start of the 20th century. In preparation for a series of evangelistic services in a large city, Sunday wrote a letter to the Mayor of that city in which he asked for the names of individuals whom the Mayor knew had spiritual problems and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • James May avatar

    God Gives The Increase

    Contributed by James May on Jun 1, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,696 views

    John said, "He must increase, I must decrease." If the church would discover that lesson and live by it, there’s no limit to where God can take his church.

    God Gives the Increase Sunday, June 01, 2008 – AM By Pastor Jim May Since 1999, when Victory Temple was first formed as a church, God began to let me have dreams and visions of the church that seemed so impossible to me at that time. In those days we were still in that little store front rental ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    0803a Trinity Iii: The Hound Of Heaven, Part I Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jun 5, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,952 views

    The lesson from these parables is that Jesus DOES give up on some people, and that only seeing it in this way is there any good news. If you think the message of these stories is that God never gives up on anyone, I suggest you have gotten it backwards.

    Sermon: The Hound of Heaven, Part I Text: Luke 15:1-10 Occasion: Trinity III (actually given on Trinity II) Who: Mark Woolsey When: Sunday, June 1, 2008 Where: Providence Reformed Episcopal Church Luke 15:1-10, NKJV: Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican